Track of automatic annular sorting equipment

Abstract

The track of the automatic annular sorting equipment comprises a track body and a plurality of supporting frame assemblies, a plurality of sorting cars are arranged on the track body, the sorting cars are sequentially arranged on the track, the track body comprises an inner track and an outer track, and the inner track and the outer track are arranged on the track body. The distance between the inner track and the outer track is matched with the width of a sorting car, the inner track and the outer track are connected in a supporting mode through a plurality of supporting frame assemblies, the inner track and the outer track are each of a closed ring structure comprising a plurality of track sections, and every two adjacent track sections are fixed through one supporting frame assembly. The plurality of track sections comprise straight track sections and bent track sections. The track provided by the utility model adopts a modular design, is different from a tubular track design of a metal plate track in the existing mainstream structural scheme, and greatly reduces the complexity of structural characteristics and the difficulty of a processing technology, so that the production technology is simplified, the production cost is reduced, the installation difficulty is also greatly reduced, and the installation time and the labor cost are saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of logistics sorting technology, specifically relating to a track for an automated circular sorting device. Background Technology

[0002] As a core piece of equipment in logistics systems, circular sorting lines are widely used in e-commerce warehousing, express delivery distribution centers, manufacturing material distribution, airport baggage handling, and pharmaceutical cold chain logistics. They achieve efficient sorting and transport of goods through a continuous, circulating track layout, significantly improving logistics processing efficiency. However, existing circular sorting line track installation methods generally suffer from the following technical problems:

[0003] Complex structural features and high production costs result in high prices for this type of product, making it less competitive in the market.

[0004] Long installation cycle: Key components such as tracks and brackets need to be cut and welded on site. Due to site conditions, construction efficiency is low, and installation usually takes several weeks or even longer to complete.

[0005] High labor costs: On-site measurement, debugging, and assembly require specialized technicians, demanding a high level of technical expertise from installation personnel. Therefore, improvements are needed. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model proposes an automated circular sorting equipment track. It adopts a modular design, enabling modular mass production and flexible combination to meet the equipment needs of different customers. It also greatly reduces installation difficulty and saves installation time and labor costs.

[0007] The technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0008] An automated circular sorting device includes a track body and several support frame assemblies. Several sorting carts are sequentially arranged on the track body. The track body includes an inner track and an outer track. The distance between the inner track and the outer track matches the width of the sorting carts. The inner track and the outer track are supported and connected by several support frame assemblies. Both the inner track and the outer track are closed loop structures including several track segments. Two adjacent track segments are fixed by a support frame assembly. The several track segments include straight track segments and curved track segments.

[0009] Furthermore, the support frame assembly includes a support frame, a fixing component, and two columns mounted on the support frame. The fixing component includes a fixing plate, a positioning pin on the fixing plate, and a screw assembly. The fixing plate is fixed to the columns. Positioning slots are provided at the bottom of the ports of two adjacent track segments. The two positioning slots are respectively inserted into the two sides of the positioning pin. The fixing plate is fixedly connected to the two adjacent track segments by the screw assembly.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes a sliding contact line baffle, which comprises several sliding contact line baffle segments. Two adjacent sliding contact line baffle segments are fixed by a support frame assembly. The several sliding contact line baffle segments include straight sliding contact line baffle segments and curved sliding contact line baffle segments.

[0011] Furthermore, the sliding contact line baffle is located below the outer track, and two columns are located below the outer track and the inner track respectively. The ends of two adjacent sliding contact line baffle sections are fixed to the side of the columns facing the inner track.

[0012] Furthermore, the curved track segment includes a first curved track located on the inner track and a second curved track located on the outer track. The first curved track and the second curved track have different curvatures. The inner track includes the first curved track, and the outer track includes the second curved track. A support frame assembly is fixedly connected below the first curved track and the second curved track.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes several sorting compartments fixedly installed on both sides of the track.

[0014] Furthermore, it also includes a power mechanism that provides power, a scanning gantry for scanning, and an operating area.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0016] This utility model adopts a modular design by setting up various modules such as straight track sections, curved track sections, and support frame components. It differs from the tubular track design of sheet metal tracks in the existing mainstream structural solutions, which greatly reduces the complexity of structural features and the difficulty of processing technology. This simplifies the production process, reduces production costs, and also enables modular mass production. It can be flexibly combined to meet the equipment needs of different customers. Each module can be pre-produced in the factory. During on-site installation, these standardized modules only need to be assembled according to the design requirements. There is no need for complicated on-site processing, which greatly reduces the difficulty of installation and saves installation time and labor costs. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 A three-dimensional view of the main track structure;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a sorting vehicle on a track.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the separated state of some track sections and support frame components;

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of section A;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the separation of a portion of the track section and the support frame assembly from another angle.

[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of section B;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a top view of the track, support frame assembly, and other components.

[0025] Attached diagram labels: 1. Main track body; 11. Inner track; 12. Outer track; 13. Straight track section; 14. Curved track section; 141. First curved track; 142. Second curved track; 15. Positioning bayonet;

[0026] 2. Support frame assembly; 21. Support frame; 22. Column; 221. Side of column; 23. Fixing assembly; 231. Fixing plate; 232. Positioning pin; 233. First fixing hole;

[0027] 3. Sorting cart; 31. Guide wheels;

[0028] 4. Sliding contact line baffle; 41. Sliding contact line baffle section; 411. Straight sliding contact line baffle section; 412. Curved sliding contact line baffle section; 413. Second fixing hole; 414. Base plate; 415. Side wall;

[0029] 5. Sorting compartments;

[0030] 6. Power mechanism;

[0031] 7. Scanning frame;

[0032] 8. Operating area. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," and "fourth," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0036] See Figures 1 to 7 This utility model discloses an automated circular sorting device track, including a track body 1 and several support frame assemblies 2. Several sorting carts 3 are sequentially arranged on the track body 1. The track body 1 includes an inner track 11 and an outer track 12. The distance between the inner track 11 and the outer track 12 matches the width of the sorting carts 3. The inner track 11 and the outer track 12 are supported and connected by several support frame assemblies 2. Both the inner track 11 and the outer track 12 are closed loop structures including several track segments. Two adjacent track segments are fixed by a support frame assembly 2. The several track segments include straight track segments 13 and curved track segments 14.

[0037] This embodiment adopts a modular design, where each module, such as the straight track section 13, the curved track section 14, and the support frame assembly 2, can be prefabricated in the factory. This modular design, unlike the tubular sheet metal track design of existing mainstream structural solutions, significantly reduces the complexity of structural features and the difficulty of processing, thereby simplifying the production process. It also enables modular mass production, allowing for flexible combinations to meet the equipment needs of different customers. During on-site installation, these standardized modules only need to be assembled according to the design requirements, eliminating the need for complex on-site processing and greatly reducing installation difficulty, saving installation time and labor costs.

[0038] Modular production allows for effective control over the dimensional accuracy and quality of each module. For example, high-precision machining of the track section ensures a smooth track surface, guaranteeing a good fit between the guide wheels of the sorting cart 3 and the track. This results in smoother operation of the sorting cart 3 on the track, reducing shaking and jamming, and improving the overall reliability of the equipment.

[0039] When equipment malfunctions, its modular design makes it easy to pinpoint the faulty module. Simply remove the damaged module and replace it with a new, identical one to quickly repair the equipment. This eliminates the need for extensive overhauling and debugging of the entire system, significantly improving after-sales maintenance efficiency and reducing maintenance costs.

[0040] Furthermore, the support frame assembly 2 includes a support frame 21, a fixing assembly 23, and two columns 22 mounted on the support frame 21. The fixing assembly 23 includes a fixing plate 231, positioning pins 232 on the fixing plate 231, and a screw assembly. The fixing plate 231 is fixed to the columns 22. Positioning slots 15 are provided at the bottom of the ports of two adjacent track segments. The two positioning slots 15 are respectively inserted into the two sides of the positioning pins 232. First fixing holes 233 are provided on both sides of the positioning pins 232 on the fixing plate 231. There are at least two first fixing holes 233 on one side. First threaded holes corresponding to the positions of the first fixing holes 233 are provided at the bottom of two adjacent track segments. The first screw in the screw assembly (not shown in the figure) passes through the first fixing holes 233 and the first threaded holes in sequence for fixing, thereby fixing multiple adjacent track segments to form a track.

[0041] In this embodiment, the positioning slots 15 at the bottom of adjacent track segments cooperate with the positioning pins 232 of the fixing component 23 to quickly align the track segments, reducing manual calibration time during installation. The positioning pins 232 are inserted into the positioning slots 15 on both sides of the track segments, forming mechanical limits to ensure the straightness and flatness of the track segment connection, preventing jamming or unstable operation due to errors. The first fixing hole 233 on the fixing plate 231 corresponds precisely to the threaded hole at the bottom of the track segment, allowing screws to be directly passed through the fixing hole and threaded hole for tightening. Workers only need to follow standardized procedures, significantly reducing installation difficulty.

[0042] It should be noted that if there is unevenness at the connection between two adjacent track sections, a C-type clamp can be used to clamp and adjust it.

[0043] Furthermore, it also includes a sliding contact line baffle 4, which includes several sliding contact line baffle segments 41. Two adjacent sliding contact line baffle segments 41 are fixed by a support frame assembly 2. The several sliding contact line baffle segments 41 include straight sliding contact line baffle segments 411 and curved sliding contact line baffle segments 412.

[0044] In this embodiment, the sliding contact line baffle section 41 is connected to the support frame assembly 2 through a standardized interface. After being prefabricated in the factory, it can be quickly assembled on site without welding or custom processing, thus improving installation efficiency. When a single baffle section is damaged, it can be disassembled and replaced individually without the need for overall power outage or removal of adjacent components, thus shortening maintenance time. In addition, the straight sliding contact line baffle section 411 and the curved sliding contact line baffle section 412 can be flexibly combined to adapt to the complex track layout of the automated circular sorting equipment.

[0045] Furthermore, the sliding contact line baffle 4 is positioned below the outer rail 12, and two columns 22 are respectively positioned below the outer rail 12 and the inner rail 11. The ends of two adjacent sliding contact line baffle segments 41 are fixed to the side 221 of the column 22 facing the inner rail 11, thereby connecting the inner cavities of multiple adjacent sliding contact line baffle segments 41 to form the movement trajectory of the guide rail constraining the current collector, ensuring that it always maintains stable contact with the conductive rail. Specifically, each sliding contact line baffle segment 41 has at least two second fixing holes 413 vertically arranged at its end. The two second fixing holes 413 correspond to the second threaded holes on the side 221. The second screw in the screw set (not shown in the figure) passes through the second fixing holes 413 and the second threaded holes in sequence for fixing. The positions of the second fixing holes 413 and the second threaded holes on the side 221 are strictly corresponding, and the second screw can be directly passed through the second fixing holes 413 and locked with the second threaded holes. Workers only need to operate according to standardized procedures, which also greatly reduces the installation difficulty.

[0046] Furthermore, the curved track segment 14 includes a first curved track 141 located on the inner track 11 and a second curved track 142 located on the outer track 12. The first curved track 141 and the second curved track 142 have different curvatures. A support frame assembly 2 is connected below the first curved track 141 of the inner track 11 and the second curved track 142 of the outer track 12 to better support the curved track segment 14. Specifically, a positioning port (not shown in the figure) is provided below the middle of the first curved track 141 and the second curved track 142. The positioning pin 232 on the fixing plate 231 is inserted into the positioning port. The fixing method is the same as above and will not be described in detail.

[0047] Furthermore, the two guide wheels 31 of the sorting vehicle 3 are slidably connected to the inner sides of the outer track 12 and the inner track 11, respectively, to provide precise guidance for the sorting vehicle 3, ensuring that the sorting vehicle 3 can travel stably along the predetermined circular path and avoid deviating from the track.

[0048] Furthermore, it also includes a power mechanism 6 that provides ring-shaped power, a scanning frame 7 for scanning, an operating area 8, and several sorting slots 5 fixedly mounted on the track 1. The power mechanism 6 includes a synchronous magnetic pusher motor.

[0049] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A track for an automated loop sorting apparatus, characterized in that, The system includes a track body (1) and several support frame assemblies (2). Several sorting carts (3) are sequentially arranged on the track body (1). The track body (1) includes an inner track (11) and an outer track (12). The distance between the inner track (11) and the outer track (12) matches the width of the sorting cart (3). The inner track (11) and the outer track (12) are connected by several support frame assemblies (2). The inner track (11) and the outer track (12) are both closed loop structures including several track segments. Two adjacent track segments are fixed by a support frame assembly (2). The several track segments include straight track segments (13) and curved track segments (14).

2. The track of an automated loop sorting apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The support frame assembly (2) includes a support frame (21), a fixing component (23), and two columns (22) set on the support frame (21). The fixing component (23) includes a fixing plate (231), a positioning pin (232) on the fixing plate (231), and a screw assembly. The fixing plate (231) is fixed on the column (22). The bottom of the ports of two adjacent track segments is provided with positioning slots (15). The two positioning slots (15) are respectively inserted into the two sides of the positioning pin (232). The fixing plate (231) is fixedly connected to the two adjacent track segments by the screw assembly.

3. The track of an automated loop sorting apparatus according to claim 2, wherein, It also includes a sliding contact line baffle (4), which includes a plurality of sliding contact line baffle segments (41). Two adjacent sliding contact line baffle segments (41) are fixed by a support frame assembly (2). The plurality of sliding contact line baffle segments (41) include straight sliding contact line baffle segments (411) and curved sliding contact line baffle segments (412).

4. The track of the automated circular sorting equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The sliding contact line baffle (4) is located below the outer rail (12), and two columns (22) are located below the outer rail (12) and the inner rail (11) respectively. The ends of two adjacent sliding contact line baffle sections (41) are fixed on the side (221) of the column (22) facing the inner rail (11).

5. The track of an automated loop sortation apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The curved track segment (14) includes a first curved track (141) located on the inner track (11) and a second curved track (142) located on the outer track (12). The first curved track (141) and the second curved track (142) have different curvatures. The inner track (11) includes the first curved track (141), and the outer track (12) includes the second curved track (142). A support frame assembly (2) is fixedly connected below the first curved track (141) and the second curved track (142).

6. The track of an automated loop sortation apparatus of claim 1, wherein, It also includes several sorting compartments (5) that are fixedly installed on the main body of the track (1).

7. The track of an automated loop sortation apparatus of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a power mechanism (6) that provides power, a scanning frame (7) for scanning, and an operating area (8) for performing the operation.

8. The track of an automated loop sorting apparatus according to claim 7, wherein, The power mechanism (6) includes a synchronous magnetic thrust motor.

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